Real People Profiles: Faryal Khalid

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 09:53:00 -0500
real-people-profiles

Name: Faryal Khalid

Hometown: Laurel, MD

Q: How long have you been at UMBC?

A: This is my third year at UMBC.

Q:What is your current title (job or student organization position)?

A: I am a Leadership Consultant, Secretary of the Commuter Student Association and an SGA Sustainability Intern. I am also on the Art Staff of Bartleby and do some design work for different student organizations. I enjoy all these so very much.

Q: In 12 words or less, what role(s) do you play on campus?

A: Encourage student leadership and school spirit through creative design work.

Q: What aspect of your UMBC role(s) do you enjoy most?

A: I enjoy running around campus (*laughs*). I keep myself quite busy and I love it that way. People who say there isn't much to do on this campus, just need to look around. There is something for everyone and that is what I enjoy most about my roles. Through my involvement in different student organizations I can meet many different people and its amazing how much I learn everyday from the variety of experiences and talents, they bring to the table.

Q: What is the most important or memorable thing you learned in college/have learned at UMBC?

A: One thing I learnt at UMBC is that it is great to be different. The campus is ever so open to change and uniqueness. There is no wrong way, just a different way and if you follow your passion you can't really go wrong. It was this lesson that encouraged me to change my major to Graphic Design, even though I come from a predominantly science background and I have never been happier. UMBC gave me a chance to follow my passion.

Q: Complete this sentence: "I am a big fan of __________"

A: Photography. There is something so gratifying about capturing beautiful memories, embarrassing moments and taking a piece of someones story with you. One of my greatest pleasures is to bug people with my camera!

Q: Do you have any UMBC stories, little-known facts about UMBC, favorite spots on campus, or anything else you’d like to share?

A: I have numerous favorite spots on this campus. I love the first floor of the Fine Arts building. Even though I have all my classes there and I shouldn't like it so much but the simple white walls and the warm lights help me relax and clear my mind of everything, so I can focus on the task at hand. Another great spot is the lake near the Research Park. There is a lot of quiet and peace in that area, and you get to go through the tunnel where a lot of UMBC students, over the years have left parts of their stories. Its a definite spot to check out!